Chapter IV

used before a singular noun to mean one of a group, when it is not a particular one

From this reading That Christmas week was a busy and cheery one to our Woodburn folk and their near and dear ones on the neighboring estates.

generally approved or compelling recognition

From this reading The Fairview family were expecting to spend the rest of the winter at Viamede; Cousin Ronald and his Annis had accepted a cordial invitation to do likewise, and Grandma Elsie's brother and his family from the Oaks would also pay her a visit there, the duration of which was not settled, as that would depend upon how well Horace's affairs at home should be carried on without his presence and supervision.

matters of personal concern

From this reading The Fairview family were expecting to spend the rest of the winter at Viamede; Cousin Ronald and his Annis had accepted a cordial invitation to do likewise, and Grandma Elsie's brother and his family from the Oaks would also pay her a visit there, the duration of which was not settled, as that would depend upon how well Horace's affairs at home should be carried on without his presence and supervision.

(quantifier) used with either mass or count nouns to indicate the whole number or amount of or every one of a class

From this reading Grace made a lovely bride, surrounded by all her own and Harold's kith and kin.

in addition

From this reading The Fairview family were expecting to spend the rest of the winter at Viamede; Cousin Ronald and his Annis had accepted a cordial invitation to do likewise, and Grandma Elsie's brother and his family from the Oaks would also pay her a visit there, the duration of which was not settled, as that would depend upon how well Horace's affairs at home should be carried on without his presence and supervision.

used to join words or parts of a sentence that go together

From this reading That Christmas week was a busy and cheery one to our Woodburn folk and their near and dear ones on the neighboring estates.

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From this reading The Fairview family were expecting to spend the rest of the winter at Viamede; Cousin Ronald and his Annis had accepted a cordial invitation to do likewise, and Grandma Elsie's brother and his family from the Oaks would also pay her a visit there, the duration of which was not settled, as that would depend upon how well Horace's affairs at home should be carried on without his presence and supervision.

at the same time that; because; in the way that

From this reading The Fairview family were expecting to spend the rest of the winter at Viamede; Cousin Ronald and his Annis had accepted a cordial invitation to do likewise, and Grandma Elsie's brother and his family from the Oaks would also pay her a visit there, the duration of which was not settled, as that would depend upon how well Horace's affairs at home should be carried on without his presence and supervision.

in or near a particular place or position

From this reading The Fairview family were expecting to spend the rest of the winter at Viamede; Cousin Ronald and his Annis had accepted a cordial invitation to do likewise, and Grandma Elsie's brother and his family from the Oaks would also pay her a visit there, the duration of which was not settled, as that would depend upon how well Horace's affairs at home should be carried on without his presence and supervision.

used with a past participle to form the passive, or with -ing for continuous tenses

From this reading The Fairview family were expecting to spend the rest of the winter at Viamede; Cousin Ronald and his Annis had accepted a cordial invitation to do likewise, and Grandma Elsie's brother and his family from the Oaks would also pay her a visit there, the duration of which was not settled, as that would depend upon how well Horace's affairs at home should be carried on without his presence and supervision.

the -ing form of “be”

From this reading The _Dolphin_ was being put in readiness for her trip, and the overseeing of that business occupied quite a portion of Captain Raymond's time during that week.

a woman who has recently been married

From this reading Grace made a lovely bride, surrounded by all her own and Harold's kith and kin.

a male with the same parents as someone else

From this reading The Fairview family were expecting to spend the rest of the winter at Viamede; Cousin Ronald and his Annis had accepted a cordial invitation to do likewise, and Grandma Elsie's brother and his family from the Oaks would also pay her a visit there, the duration of which was not settled, as that would depend upon how well Horace's affairs at home should be carried on without his presence and supervision.

a commercial or industrial enterprise and the people who constitute it

From this reading The _Dolphin_ was being put in readiness for her trip, and the overseeing of that business occupied quite a portion of Captain Raymond's time during that week.

actively or fully engaged or occupied

From this reading That Christmas week was a busy and cheery one to our Woodburn folk and their near and dear ones on the neighboring estates.

used to introduce something that contrasts with what came before

From this reading His little daughter Elsie was to make one of the party on the yacht, but the others would go by rail, as that would not necessitate so early a start from home.

showing who or what does the action

From this reading His little daughter Elsie was to make one of the party on the yacht, but the others would go by rail, as that would not necessitate so early a start from home.

an officer holding a rank below a major but above a lieutenant

From this reading The _Dolphin_ was being put in readiness for her trip, and the overseeing of that business occupied quite a portion of Captain Raymond's time during that week.

inflected form of “carry” — move while supporting, either in a vehicle or in one's hands or on one's body

From this reading The Fairview family were expecting to spend the rest of the winter at Viamede; Cousin Ronald and his Annis had accepted a cordial invitation to do likewise, and Grandma Elsie's brother and his family from the Oaks would also pay her a visit there, the duration of which was not settled, as that would depend upon how well Horace's affairs at home should be carried on without his presence and supervision.

bright and pleasant; promoting a feeling of cheer

From this reading That Christmas week was a busy and cheery one to our Woodburn folk and their near and dear ones on the neighboring estates.

period extending from Dec. 24 to Jan. 6

From this reading That Christmas week was a busy and cheery one to our Woodburn folk and their near and dear ones on the neighboring estates.

diffusing warmth and friendliness

From this reading The Fairview family were expecting to spend the rest of the winter at Viamede; Cousin Ronald and his Annis had accepted a cordial invitation to do likewise, and Grandma Elsie's brother and his family from the Oaks would also pay her a visit there, the duration of which was not settled, as that would depend upon how well Horace's affairs at home should be carried on without his presence and supervision.

the child of your aunt or uncle

From this reading The Fairview family were expecting to spend the rest of the winter at Viamede; Cousin Ronald and his Annis had accepted a cordial invitation to do likewise, and Grandma Elsie's brother and his family from the Oaks would also pay her a visit there, the duration of which was not settled, as that would depend upon how well Horace's affairs at home should be carried on without his presence and supervision.

a female human offspring

From this reading His little daughter Elsie was to make one of the party on the yacht, but the others would go by rail, as that would not necessitate so early a start from home.

dearly loved

From this reading That Christmas week was a busy and cheery one to our Woodburn folk and their near and dear ones on the neighboring estates.

be contingent upon (something that is elided)

From this reading The Fairview family were expecting to spend the rest of the winter at Viamede; Cousin Ronald and his Annis had accepted a cordial invitation to do likewise, and Grandma Elsie's brother and his family from the Oaks would also pay her a visit there, the duration of which was not settled, as that would depend upon how well Horace's affairs at home should be carried on without his presence and supervision.

used to form questions and negatives, and to give emphasis

From this reading The Fairview family were expecting to spend the rest of the winter at Viamede; Cousin Ronald and his Annis had accepted a cordial invitation to do likewise, and Grandma Elsie's brother and his family from the Oaks would also pay her a visit there, the duration of which was not settled, as that would depend upon how well Horace's affairs at home should be carried on without his presence and supervision.

large slender food and game fish widely distributed in warm seas (especially around Hawaii)

From this reading The _Dolphin_ was being put in readiness for her trip, and the overseeing of that business occupied quite a portion of Captain Raymond's time during that week.

the period of time during which something continues

From this reading The Fairview family were expecting to spend the rest of the winter at Viamede; Cousin Ronald and his Annis had accepted a cordial invitation to do likewise, and Grandma Elsie's brother and his family from the Oaks would also pay her a visit there, the duration of which was not settled, as that would depend upon how well Horace's affairs at home should be carried on without his presence and supervision.

all through a period, or at some point within it

From this reading The _Dolphin_ was being put in readiness for her trip, and the overseeing of that business occupied quite a portion of Captain Raymond's time during that week.

at or near the beginning of a period of time or course of events or before the usual or expected time

From this reading His little daughter Elsie was to make one of the party on the yacht, but the others would go by rail, as that would not necessitate so early a start from home.

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From this reading His little daughter Elsie was to make one of the party on the yacht, but the others would go by rail, as that would not necessitate so early a start from home.

Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.

From this reading The Fairview family were expecting to spend the rest of the winter at Viamede; Cousin Ronald and his Annis had accepted a cordial invitation to do likewise, and Grandma Elsie's brother and his family from the Oaks would also pay her a visit there, the duration of which was not settled, as that would depend upon how well Horace's affairs at home should be carried on without his presence and supervision.

plural of “estate” — everything you own; all of your assets (whether real property or personal property) and liabilities

From this reading That Christmas week was a busy and cheery one to our Woodburn folk and their near and dear ones on the neighboring estates.

-ing form of “expect” — regard something as probable or likely

From this reading The Fairview family were expecting to spend the rest of the winter at Viamede; Cousin Ronald and his Annis had accepted a cordial invitation to do likewise, and Grandma Elsie's brother and his family from the Oaks would also pay her a visit there, the duration of which was not settled, as that would depend upon how well Horace's affairs at home should be carried on without his presence and supervision.

Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.

From this reading The Fairview family were expecting to spend the rest of the winter at Viamede; Cousin Ronald and his Annis had accepted a cordial invitation to do likewise, and Grandma Elsie's brother and his family from the Oaks would also pay her a visit there, the duration of which was not settled, as that would depend upon how well Horace's affairs at home should be carried on without his presence and supervision.

a social unit living together

From this reading The Fairview family were expecting to spend the rest of the winter at Viamede; Cousin Ronald and his Annis had accepted a cordial invitation to do likewise, and Grandma Elsie's brother and his family from the Oaks would also pay her a visit there, the duration of which was not settled, as that would depend upon how well Horace's affairs at home should be carried on without his presence and supervision.

people in general (often used in the plural)

From this reading That Christmas week was a busy and cheery one to our Woodburn folk and their near and dear ones on the neighboring estates.

intended to be given to, or used by, somebody

From this reading The _Dolphin_ was being put in readiness for her trip, and the overseeing of that business occupied quite a portion of Captain Raymond's time during that week.

showing where something starts, or who sent it

From this reading The Fairview family were expecting to spend the rest of the winter at Viamede; Cousin Ronald and his Annis had accepted a cordial invitation to do likewise, and Grandma Elsie's brother and his family from the Oaks would also pay her a visit there, the duration of which was not settled, as that would depend upon how well Horace's affairs at home should be carried on without his presence and supervision.

change location; move, travel, or proceed, also metaphorically

From this reading His little daughter Elsie was to make one of the party on the yacht, but the others would go by rail, as that would not necessitate so early a start from home.

(Christian theology) a state of sanctification by God; the state of one who is under such divine influence

From this reading Grace made a lovely bride, surrounded by all her own and Harold's kith and kin.

the mother of your father or mother

From this reading The Fairview family were expecting to spend the rest of the winter at Viamede; Cousin Ronald and his Annis had accepted a cordial invitation to do likewise, and Grandma Elsie's brother and his family from the Oaks would also pay her a visit there, the duration of which was not settled, as that would depend upon how well Horace's affairs at home should be carried on without his presence and supervision.

the past form of “have”, used to form the past perfect

From this reading The Fairview family were expecting to spend the rest of the winter at Viamede; Cousin Ronald and his Annis had accepted a cordial invitation to do likewise, and Grandma Elsie's brother and his family from the Oaks would also pay her a visit there, the duration of which was not settled, as that would depend upon how well Horace's affairs at home should be carried on without his presence and supervision.

Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.

From this reading Grace made a lovely bride, surrounded by all her own and Harold's kith and kin.

belonging to a woman, girl, or female animal already mentioned

From this reading The Fairview family were expecting to spend the rest of the winter at Viamede; Cousin Ronald and his Annis had accepted a cordial invitation to do likewise, and Grandma Elsie's brother and his family from the Oaks would also pay her a visit there, the duration of which was not settled, as that would depend upon how well Horace's affairs at home should be carried on without his presence and supervision.

belonging to a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned

From this reading The Fairview family were expecting to spend the rest of the winter at Viamede; Cousin Ronald and his Annis had accepted a cordial invitation to do likewise, and Grandma Elsie's brother and his family from the Oaks would also pay her a visit there, the duration of which was not settled, as that would depend upon how well Horace's affairs at home should be carried on without his presence and supervision.

where you live at a particular time

From this reading The Fairview family were expecting to spend the rest of the winter at Viamede; Cousin Ronald and his Annis had accepted a cordial invitation to do likewise, and Grandma Elsie's brother and his family from the Oaks would also pay her a visit there, the duration of which was not settled, as that would depend upon how well Horace's affairs at home should be carried on without his presence and supervision.

possessive form of “horace” — Roman lyric poet said to have influenced English poetry (65-8 BC)

From this reading The Fairview family were expecting to spend the rest of the winter at Viamede; Cousin Ronald and his Annis had accepted a cordial invitation to do likewise, and Grandma Elsie's brother and his family from the Oaks would also pay her a visit there, the duration of which was not settled, as that would depend upon how well Horace's affairs at home should be carried on without his presence and supervision.

Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.

From this reading The Fairview family were expecting to spend the rest of the winter at Viamede; Cousin Ronald and his Annis had accepted a cordial invitation to do likewise, and Grandma Elsie's brother and his family from the Oaks would also pay her a visit there, the duration of which was not settled, as that would depend upon how well Horace's affairs at home should be carried on without his presence and supervision.

inside something, or within a place, period, or state

From this reading The _Dolphin_ was being put in readiness for her trip, and the overseeing of that business occupied quite a portion of Captain Raymond's time during that week.

a request (spoken or written) to participate or be present or take part in something

From this reading The Fairview family were expecting to spend the rest of the winter at Viamede; Cousin Ronald and his Annis had accepted a cordial invitation to do likewise, and Grandma Elsie's brother and his family from the Oaks would also pay her a visit there, the duration of which was not settled, as that would depend upon how well Horace's affairs at home should be carried on without his presence and supervision.

a person having kinship with another or others

From this reading Grace made a lovely bride, surrounded by all her own and Harold's kith and kin.

your friends and acquaintances

From this reading Grace made a lovely bride, surrounded by all her own and Harold's kith and kin.

in like or similar manner

From this reading The Fairview family were expecting to spend the rest of the winter at Viamede; Cousin Ronald and his Annis had accepted a cordial invitation to do likewise, and Grandma Elsie's brother and his family from the Oaks would also pay her a visit there, the duration of which was not settled, as that would depend upon how well Horace's affairs at home should be carried on without his presence and supervision.

limited or below average in number or quantity or magnitude or extent

From this reading His little daughter Elsie was to make one of the party on the yacht, but the others would go by rail, as that would not necessitate so early a start from home.

appealing to the emotions as well as the eye

From this reading Grace made a lovely bride, surrounded by all her own and Harold's kith and kin.

produced by a manufacturing process

From this reading Grace made a lovely bride, surrounded by all her own and Harold's kith and kin.

engage in

From this reading His little daughter Elsie was to make one of the party on the yacht, but the others would go by rail, as that would not necessitate so early a start from home.

near in time or place or relationship

From this reading That Christmas week was a busy and cheery one to our Woodburn folk and their near and dear ones on the neighboring estates.

require as useful, just, or proper

From this reading His little daughter Elsie was to make one of the party on the yacht, but the others would go by rail, as that would not necessitate so early a start from home.

having a common boundary or edge; abutting; touching

From this reading That Christmas week was a busy and cheery one to our Woodburn folk and their near and dear ones on the neighboring estates.

used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative

From this reading The Fairview family were expecting to spend the rest of the winter at Viamede; Cousin Ronald and his Annis had accepted a cordial invitation to do likewise, and Grandma Elsie's brother and his family from the Oaks would also pay her a visit there, the duration of which was not settled, as that would depend upon how well Horace's affairs at home should be carried on without his presence and supervision.

plural of “oak” — the hard durable wood of any oak; used especially for furniture and flooring

From this reading The Fairview family were expecting to spend the rest of the winter at Viamede; Cousin Ronald and his Annis had accepted a cordial invitation to do likewise, and Grandma Elsie's brother and his family from the Oaks would also pay her a visit there, the duration of which was not settled, as that would depend upon how well Horace's affairs at home should be carried on without his presence and supervision.

held or filled or in use

From this reading The _Dolphin_ was being put in readiness for her trip, and the overseeing of that business occupied quite a portion of Captain Raymond's time during that week.

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading The Fairview family were expecting to spend the rest of the winter at Viamede; Cousin Ronald and his Annis had accepted a cordial invitation to do likewise, and Grandma Elsie's brother and his family from the Oaks would also pay her a visit there, the duration of which was not settled, as that would depend upon how well Horace's affairs at home should be carried on without his presence and supervision.

touching and supported by a surface

From this reading That Christmas week was a busy and cheery one to our Woodburn folk and their near and dear ones on the neighboring estates.

used to mean any person in general, including the speaker

From this reading That Christmas week was a busy and cheery one to our Woodburn folk and their near and dear ones on the neighboring estates.

plural of “one” — the smallest whole number or a numeral representing this number

From this reading That Christmas week was a busy and cheery one to our Woodburn folk and their near and dear ones on the neighboring estates.

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From this reading His little daughter Elsie was to make one of the party on the yacht, but the others would go by rail, as that would not necessitate so early a start from home.

belonging to the speaker and others

From this reading That Christmas week was a busy and cheery one to our Woodburn folk and their near and dear ones on the neighboring estates.

-ing form of “oversee” — watch and direct

From this reading The _Dolphin_ was being put in readiness for her trip, and the overseeing of that business occupied quite a portion of Captain Raymond's time during that week.

have ownership or possession of

From this reading Grace made a lovely bride, surrounded by all her own and Harold's kith and kin.

an organization to gain political power

From this reading His little daughter Elsie was to make one of the party on the yacht, but the others would go by rail, as that would not necessitate so early a start from home.

give money, usually in exchange for goods or services

From this reading The Fairview family were expecting to spend the rest of the winter at Viamede; Cousin Ronald and his Annis had accepted a cordial invitation to do likewise, and Grandma Elsie's brother and his family from the Oaks would also pay her a visit there, the duration of which was not settled, as that would depend upon how well Horace's affairs at home should be carried on without his presence and supervision.

something determined in relation to something that includes it

From this reading The _Dolphin_ was being put in readiness for her trip, and the overseeing of that business occupied quite a portion of Captain Raymond's time during that week.

the state of being present; current existence

From this reading The Fairview family were expecting to spend the rest of the winter at Viamede; Cousin Ronald and his Annis had accepted a cordial invitation to do likewise, and Grandma Elsie's brother and his family from the Oaks would also pay her a visit there, the duration of which was not settled, as that would depend upon how well Horace's affairs at home should be carried on without his presence and supervision.

put into a certain place or abstract location

From this reading The _Dolphin_ was being put in readiness for her trip, and the overseeing of that business occupied quite a portion of Captain Raymond's time during that week.

to a degree (not used with a negative)

From this reading The _Dolphin_ was being put in readiness for her trip, and the overseeing of that business occupied quite a portion of Captain Raymond's time during that week.

a barrier consisting of a horizontal bar and supports

From this reading His little daughter Elsie was to make one of the party on the yacht, but the others would go by rail, as that would not necessitate so early a start from home.

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From this reading The _Dolphin_ was being put in readiness for her trip, and the overseeing of that business occupied quite a portion of Captain Raymond's time during that week.

the state of having been made ready or prepared for use or action (especially military action)

From this reading The _Dolphin_ was being put in readiness for her trip, and the overseeing of that business occupied quite a portion of Captain Raymond's time during that week.

not move; be in a resting position

From this reading The Fairview family were expecting to spend the rest of the winter at Viamede; Cousin Ronald and his Annis had accepted a cordial invitation to do likewise, and Grandma Elsie's brother and his family from the Oaks would also pay her a visit there, the duration of which was not settled, as that would depend upon how well Horace's affairs at home should be carried on without his presence and supervision.

Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.

From this reading The Fairview family were expecting to spend the rest of the winter at Viamede; Cousin Ronald and his Annis had accepted a cordial invitation to do likewise, and Grandma Elsie's brother and his family from the Oaks would also pay her a visit there, the duration of which was not settled, as that would depend upon how well Horace's affairs at home should be carried on without his presence and supervision.

established or decided beyond dispute or doubt

From this reading The Fairview family were expecting to spend the rest of the winter at Viamede; Cousin Ronald and his Annis had accepted a cordial invitation to do likewise, and Grandma Elsie's brother and his family from the Oaks would also pay her a visit there, the duration of which was not settled, as that would depend upon how well Horace's affairs at home should be carried on without his presence and supervision.

used to say what is right, expected, or advisable

From this reading The Fairview family were expecting to spend the rest of the winter at Viamede; Cousin Ronald and his Annis had accepted a cordial invitation to do likewise, and Grandma Elsie's brother and his family from the Oaks would also pay her a visit there, the duration of which was not settled, as that would depend upon how well Horace's affairs at home should be carried on without his presence and supervision.

for that reason; with the result that

From this reading His little daughter Elsie was to make one of the party on the yacht, but the others would go by rail, as that would not necessitate so early a start from home.

use up a period of time in a specific way

From this reading The Fairview family were expecting to spend the rest of the winter at Viamede; Cousin Ronald and his Annis had accepted a cordial invitation to do likewise, and Grandma Elsie's brother and his family from the Oaks would also pay her a visit there, the duration of which was not settled, as that would depend upon how well Horace's affairs at home should be carried on without his presence and supervision.

take the first step or steps in carrying out an action

From this reading His little daughter Elsie was to make one of the party on the yacht, but the others would go by rail, as that would not necessitate so early a start from home.

management by overseeing the performance or operation of a person or group

From this reading The Fairview family were expecting to spend the rest of the winter at Viamede; Cousin Ronald and his Annis had accepted a cordial invitation to do likewise, and Grandma Elsie's brother and his family from the Oaks would also pay her a visit there, the duration of which was not settled, as that would depend upon how well Horace's affairs at home should be carried on without his presence and supervision.

confined on all sides

From this reading Grace made a lovely bride, surrounded by all her own and Harold's kith and kin.

used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt

From this reading That Christmas week was a busy and cheery one to our Woodburn folk and their near and dear ones on the neighboring estates.

used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind

From this reading That Christmas week was a busy and cheery one to our Woodburn folk and their near and dear ones on the neighboring estates.

belonging to the people or things already mentioned

From this reading That Christmas week was a busy and cheery one to our Woodburn folk and their near and dear ones on the neighboring estates.

in or at that place or location

From this reading The Fairview family were expecting to spend the rest of the winter at Viamede; Cousin Ronald and his Annis had accepted a cordial invitation to do likewise, and Grandma Elsie's brother and his family from the Oaks would also pay her a visit there, the duration of which was not settled, as that would depend upon how well Horace's affairs at home should be carried on without his presence and supervision.

an instance or single occasion for some event

From this reading The _Dolphin_ was being put in readiness for her trip, and the overseeing of that business occupied quite a portion of Captain Raymond's time during that week.

used before the base form of a verb to make the infinitive

From this reading That Christmas week was a busy and cheery one to our Woodburn folk and their near and dear ones on the neighboring estates.

a journey for some purpose (usually including the return)

From this reading The _Dolphin_ was being put in readiness for her trip, and the overseeing of that business occupied quite a portion of Captain Raymond's time during that week.

a formal word for “on”

From this reading The Fairview family were expecting to spend the rest of the winter at Viamede; Cousin Ronald and his Annis had accepted a cordial invitation to do likewise, and Grandma Elsie's brother and his family from the Oaks would also pay her a visit there, the duration of which was not settled, as that would depend upon how well Horace's affairs at home should be carried on without his presence and supervision.

Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.

From this reading The Fairview family were expecting to spend the rest of the winter at Viamede; Cousin Ronald and his Annis had accepted a cordial invitation to do likewise, and Grandma Elsie's brother and his family from the Oaks would also pay her a visit there, the duration of which was not settled, as that would depend upon how well Horace's affairs at home should be carried on without his presence and supervision.

go to see a place, as for entertainment

From this reading The Fairview family were expecting to spend the rest of the winter at Viamede; Cousin Ronald and his Annis had accepted a cordial invitation to do likewise, and Grandma Elsie's brother and his family from the Oaks would also pay her a visit there, the duration of which was not settled, as that would depend upon how well Horace's affairs at home should be carried on without his presence and supervision.

the past form of “be” used with I, he, she, it, or a singular noun

From this reading That Christmas week was a busy and cheery one to our Woodburn folk and their near and dear ones on the neighboring estates.

any period of seven consecutive days

From this reading That Christmas week was a busy and cheery one to our Woodburn folk and their near and dear ones on the neighboring estates.

(often used as a combining form) in a good or proper or satisfactory manner or to a high standard (“good” is a nonstandard dialectal variant for “well”)

From this reading The Fairview family were expecting to spend the rest of the winter at Viamede; Cousin Ronald and his Annis had accepted a cordial invitation to do likewise, and Grandma Elsie's brother and his family from the Oaks would also pay her a visit there, the duration of which was not settled, as that would depend upon how well Horace's affairs at home should be carried on without his presence and supervision.

the past form of “be” used with you, we, they, or a plural noun

From this reading The Fairview family were expecting to spend the rest of the winter at Viamede; Cousin Ronald and his Annis had accepted a cordial invitation to do likewise, and Grandma Elsie's brother and his family from the Oaks would also pay her a visit there, the duration of which was not settled, as that would depend upon how well Horace's affairs at home should be carried on without his presence and supervision.

used to introduce a clause giving more about a thing just mentioned

From this reading The Fairview family were expecting to spend the rest of the winter at Viamede; Cousin Ronald and his Annis had accepted a cordial invitation to do likewise, and Grandma Elsie's brother and his family from the Oaks would also pay her a visit there, the duration of which was not settled, as that would depend upon how well Horace's affairs at home should be carried on without his presence and supervision.

the coldest season of the year; in the northern hemisphere it extends from the winter solstice to the vernal equinox

From this reading The Fairview family were expecting to spend the rest of the winter at Viamede; Cousin Ronald and his Annis had accepted a cordial invitation to do likewise, and Grandma Elsie's brother and his family from the Oaks would also pay her a visit there, the duration of which was not settled, as that would depend upon how well Horace's affairs at home should be carried on without his presence and supervision.

not having, not using, or not accompanied by

From this reading The Fairview family were expecting to spend the rest of the winter at Viamede; Cousin Ronald and his Annis had accepted a cordial invitation to do likewise, and Grandma Elsie's brother and his family from the Oaks would also pay her a visit there, the duration of which was not settled, as that would depend upon how well Horace's affairs at home should be carried on without his presence and supervision.

Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.

From this reading That Christmas week was a busy and cheery one to our Woodburn folk and their near and dear ones on the neighboring estates.

used for something imagined, polite, or habitual in the past

From this reading The Fairview family were expecting to spend the rest of the winter at Viamede; Cousin Ronald and his Annis had accepted a cordial invitation to do likewise, and Grandma Elsie's brother and his family from the Oaks would also pay her a visit there, the duration of which was not settled, as that would depend upon how well Horace's affairs at home should be carried on without his presence and supervision.

an expensive vessel propelled by sail or power and used for cruising or racing

From this reading His little daughter Elsie was to make one of the party on the yacht, but the others would go by rail, as that would not necessitate so early a start from home.